1996 Porsche 993 vs. 2000 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2000 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2000 Saab 05-Sep. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2000 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 93 kg more than 1996 Porsche 993.
Because 1996 Porsche 993 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Saab 05-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Porsche 993 (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Saab 05-Sep. (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1996 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Saab 05-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Porsche 993 | 2000 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Porsche | Saab |
| Model | 993 | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 341 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2710 mm |
